Behavioral Health Technician

Job Description

Job Description

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) at our outpatient rehab facility assists in the care and support of individuals seeking treatment for behavioral health issues, including substance abuse and mental health disorders. This role involves working with the clinical team, and clients to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Hours - Monday-Thursday - 8:30am - 5pm

Key Responsibilities:

1. Direct Client Support:
2. • Assist clients in adhering to their treatment plans and goals.
   • Transport clients - must have a valid driver's license
   • Provide emotional support, encouragement, and crisis intervention as needed.
   • Observe and document client behaviors and progress.
3. Safety and Wellness:
4. • Ensure the safety and security of clients within the facility.
   • Ensure facility cleanliness
   • Monitor and report any unusual or concerning behaviors.
   • Ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.
5. Group Facilitation:
6. • Assist in leading group therapy sessions (If qualified)
   • Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere during group activities.
   • Encourage active participation among clients.
7. Client Records:
8. • Maintain accurate and confidential client records.
9. Collaboration:
10. • Communicate effectively with the clinical team and other staff members.
    • Attend staff meetings.
    • Collaborate with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
11. Crisis Management: Participate in de-escalation techniques and conflict resolution as needed.
12. • Maintain composure in high-stress situations.

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to individuals with behavioral health challenges.
• Physical demands include light lifting and walking within the facility.

The Healthier Choice Recovery is a DHCS-licensed outpatient mental health and substance use treatment center in Sherman Oaks, CA. We practice harm reduction and client-centered, evidence-based care — meeting clients where they are, without shame or moralizing, and without discriminating against medical cannabis patients. Our small, collaborative clinical team works under experienced LMFT supervision, and we invest in developing associate therapists into confident, licensed clinicians. We help people actually get better, and we treat both our clients and our staff like adults.

Company Description

The Healthier Choice Recovery is a DHCS-licensed outpatient mental health and substance use treatment center in Sherman Oaks, CA. We practice harm reduction and client-centered, evidence-based care — meeting clients where they are, without shame or moralizing, and without discriminating against medical cannabis patients. Our small, collaborative clinical team works under experienced LMFT supervision, and we invest in developing associate therapists into confident, licensed clinicians. We help people actually get better, and we treat both our clients and our staff like adults.